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Fuchsite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Fuchsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.77-2.88   
2.69-2.72   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect basal   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Fuchsite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fuchsite and Labradorite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Fuchsite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Fuchsite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fuchsite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fuchsite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fuchsite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.

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